Wellington Sewage Horror: Millions of Litres Pollute Pacific Ocean
A significant sewage leak in Wellington, New Zealand, has been declared an “environmental disaster” after heavy rain caused the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant to flood, leading to the discharge of approximately 70 million liters of raw sewage into Cook Strait. Repairs to the plant are anticipated to take months, with authorities advising residents to avoid contact with local waters and beaches due to severe public health and environmental risks. While partial operations have been restored to discharge screened wastewater through a longer outfall pipe, the situation remains complex, impacting local businesses and raising serious concerns for marine ecosystems.
John Q. Hosedrinker